# America's Frontlines Podcast 22 April 2026

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Podcast: [America’s Frontlines](https://stenobird.com/podcast/america-s-frontlines-7403653)
Published: 2026-04-22T22:10:20+00:00
Episode link: https://tomsheffield.podbean.com/e/americas-frontlines-podcast-22-april-2026/
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Duration seconds: 4599

## Resource

In this episode of America’s Frontlines Colonel Denny and Skip explore rising tensions between the Vatican and U.S. policy—asking whether moral authority and national security are on a collision course as global conflict with Iran intensifies. They also break down a high-stakes geopolitical moment—from a U.S. naval blockade tightening pressure on Iran and disrupting China’s oil lifeline, to Cuba signaling its readiness to resist aggression, and major drug seizures at sea. It’s a wide-ranging look at the mounting pressure across today’s global security landscape. As always, Colonel Denny brings his signature humor with a few well-timed one-liners to keep things grounded. This episode features an extraordinary conversation with Drew Dix—the first enlisted Special Forces soldier to receive the Medal of Honor. After earning a battlefield commission to first lieutenant, he went on to retire as a major following a distinguished 20-year career, much of it in unconventional warfare. Following his military service, Drew continued supporting government programs and later operated an air service in Alaska. He is also the co-founder of the Center for American Values, dedicated to educating future generations on the importance of character, service, and doing what’s right for family, community, and country. Colonel Denny and Drew tackle critical topics including Iran and the evolving role of women in the military, offering perspective grounded in experience and service. We also bring you our regular military history refresher to keep you sharp. Retired Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer Roland Ashby returns with more “Warrant Wisdom,” this time examining how modern warfare continues to evolve. And in a special segment, Navy veteran Theresa Robinson sits down with Air Force veteran T…

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